Planting Container Trees
Containerized trees may come in many different sizes but and are usually available in 1,3,5,7 10 or 15 gallon-sized containers. Ideally, the size diameter of the container should be 8-10 inches for every inch of trunk diameter measured at 6” above the ground.
Emergency Forest Restoration Program (EFRP)
Eligibility County Farm Service Agency (FSA) committees determine land eligibility using on-site damage inspections that assess the type and extent of damage. To be eligible for EFRP, NIPF land must:…
Educating future generation of decision-makers and others about the importance of our natural resources
…Forestry Commission (GFC), our mission is to provide leadership, service, and education to protect and conserve Georgia’s forest resources. Did you know that we have a wealth of information and…
Certified Burners Early Permit System
Please call your local GFC county office if you need further assistance. New User? Here is how to Request an Account. Looking for a Tutorial? Here is how to Enter…
Waging War on the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid
Waging War on the Hemlock Wooly Adelgid By Brandon Merz, GFC Forest Health Specialist It’s winter in Georgia, and while that means most forest pests are inactive, the hemlock woolly…
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More!
High-flying Tools for Fire – and More! By RT Lumpkin, GFC Prescribed Burn Center Coordinator Science and technology are critical tools utilized daily by the Georgia Forestry Commission. One such…
New School Year – New Tools to Learn About Natural Resources
…four walls of a traditional classroom, at a kitchen table, or through field trips and programming at an environmental education center or outreach program, it is critical that our future…
“Smokey Bear and Me: A Thanksgiving Thrill!”
…my trip to New York City to walk in the legendary Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was truly memorable. As Georgia’s state forester, I was honored to be invited to join…
Forest Management & Conservation
clean air clean water carbon repositories wildlife habitats spaces for recreation life-enhancing products GFC provides education and tools to help landowners manage and protect their forests Landowners have many reasons…
Pre-Suppression Firebreaks
…per the hour meter on the tractor All pre-suppression firebreak plowing will be completed in accordance with Forestry Best Management Practices. To schedule plowing services, contact your local GFC office….
